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Britannia stock slumps after profit jump as biscuit price hikes loom
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Published on 8 May 2026
Investors cheered profits then fled after price hike signal
Britannia Industries shares fell over 4% after Q4 net profit rose 21%, as the company warned of impending biscuit price hikes. While investors expected good news, management pointed to input cost inflation and supply chain disruptions linked to West Asia conflict. Brokerages largely kept neutral views, reflecting uncertainty over cost pass-through and demand.
- Britannia shares dropped more than 4% despite a strong Q4 profit rise
- Management flagged likely biscuit price hikes for coming months
- Input cost inflation and West Asia supply chain shocks drove the cautious outlook
- Major brokerages maintained neutral stances amid demand and margins risk
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